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COVID-19 immunity may protect against other bat coronaviruses, study finds

Original: 1-Oct-2026 # COVID19 immunity may help protect against other # bat # coronaviruses Study identifies links between virus

A new study suggests immunity built up from COVID-19 may help protect against other coronaviruses carried by bats. Researchers identified links between the host range of these viruses and how they are recognised by the immune system, indicating prior exposure to SARS-CoV-2 could offer broader cross-protection against related bat coronaviruses.

Why now: New research on cross-immunity from COVID-19 against bat coronaviruses is relevant to public health and pandemic preparedness discussions.

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• 1-Oct-2026 # COVID19 immunity may help protect against other # bat # coronaviruses Study identifies links between virus host range and immune recognition ^^^ ie we can become more batty ... https://www. eurekalert.org/news-releases/1 146070 # science # publicHealth #… · proseandpassion · 5

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